Sanitarian

Community Counseling Solutions; John Day (OR); On-site; USD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K match (6%)

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation 1–4 days/month with roll

Job summary

Community Counseling Solutions seeks a Sanitarian to perform field inspections and program development for Grant County and Wheeler Counties, ensuring compliance with sanitation laws and regulations. The role entails data analysis, policy interpretation, and coordination with agencies and communities.

The position requires Oregon EHS certification, a relevant bachelor’s degree with experience, or a master’s with less experience, plus a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Must be State of Oregon certified Environmental Health Specialist.
• Minimum bachelor’s degree; five (5) years progressively responsible, directly related experience in a public health agency, or a master’s degree with two (2) years progressive related experience in a public health agency.
• Must possess a valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Assesses community environmental health needs and, with appropriate groups, plans and develops programs to address the identified needs.
• Analyzes environmental health data and utilizes data to develop and implement programs.
• Provides interpretation of laws and administrative rules relating to environmental health.
• Inspects food service establishments for cleanliness and sanitation and verifies certified food handlers.

Skills

Communication skills

Public health knowledge

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree in environmental science/public health/related field

Job description

Description

JOB CODE: GCHD1

JOB TITLE: SANITARIAN

LOCATION: JOHN DAY, OR – GRANT COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT

FLSA: .8 FTE – EXEMPT SALARIED (32 HOURS/WK)

SUPERVISOR: HEALTH DEPARTMENT MANAGER

PAY GRADE: B13 ($66,000 - $99,440 annually, depending on experience)

Community Counseling Solutions provides a team-based Servant Leadership environment! Located in Eastern Oregon with year-round recreation in rural family-oriented communities. John Day offers an exceptional quality of life for those seeking adventure, community, and a slower pace without sacrificing modern conveniences. Surrounded by the stunning landscapes of the Blue Mountains, Strawberry Mountain Wilderness, and the world-renowned John Day Fossil Beds National Monument, outdoor enthusiasts enjoy year-round opportunities for hiking, fishing, hunting, camping, horseback riding, and wildlife viewing.

Our mission is to provide dynamic, progressive, and diverse supports to improve the well-being of our communities and we’re looking for motivated employees to help us continue our vision!

CCS has a benefit package including, but not limited to:

• Health, dental and vision insurance


• 6% initial 401K match


• Potential for tuition reimbursement


• Paid vacation tiers ranging from accrual of 1 day to 4 days per month (Annual rollover cap of 220 hours, additional hours can be paid out at the end of the fiscal year)


• 9 Paid holidays, Community service day


• Floating holiday & 2 Wellness days provided after 1 year introduction


• Workplace Flexibility schedule options available after 1 year introduction (work from home hours vary by position & schedule)


• Exempt employees receive additional admin leave after 1 year introduction


• Employee Assistance, Wellness Benefits, Dependent Care & Long-Term Disability Insurance

DESCRIPTION

The position performs a variety of survey and investigative duties in the field of environmental sanitation for Grant, and Wheeler Counties to assess and ensure compliance with public health laws and administrative rules. Performs related work as required. The incumbent in this classification is responsible for the administration, direction and enforcement of rules and regulations pertaining to environmental sanitation. Performs professional level work in the delivery of environmental sanitation services.

SUPERVISION

Supervision Received

Works independently and/or under the general supervision of the Health Department Manager.

Supervision Exercised

N/A

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assesses community environmental health needs and, with appropriate groups, plans and develops programs to address the identified needs. Analyzes environmental health data and utilizes data to develop and implement programs.


• Provides interpretation of laws and administrative rules relating to environmental health.


• Participates in disaster preparedness planning and response.


• Inspects food service establishments for cleanliness and sanitation including collecting food and other biological samples for laboratory analysis. Verifies that food handlers have been examined and certified. Instructs food handlers on proper food handling procedures and equipment maintenance.


• Inspects licensed swimming pools and ensures compliance with state laws and regulations.


• Inspects recreation parks and traveler accommodations to ensure compliance with state sanitation requirements.


• Maintains records of inspections and related activities, including report and recommendation preparation.


• Investigates complaints of sanitary nuisances as proscribed in county codes regarding food, water, animals, sewage disposal and communicable disease and takes necessary corrective action.


• Acts as agency representative to community groups, and other county, state, federal agencies and national organizations. Provides information and education to community related to environmental health issues. Refers public to related state programs as necessary.


• Investigates reports of hazardous materials.


• Advises public regarding rodent and vector control. Follows up on and investigates reports of animal bites.


• Reviews plans for proposed food service establishments, swimming pools, spa pools, tourist and traveler accommodations, and care facilities to ensure compliance to rules, including periodic monitoring during construction to ensure compliance.


• Consults with city officials and civic or service organization to promote adoption of local sanitation ordinances.


• Has full budgetary responsibility including creating and monitoring budget.


• Takes actions necessary to ensure knowledge base is current.


• Performs related duties as assigned.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS

Education and/or Experience

Must be State of Oregon certified Environmental Health Specialist. Must have a minimum of bachelor’s degree and five (5) years progressively responsible, directly related experience in a public health agency, or a master’s degree in an environmental science, public health, public administration or related field with two (2) years progressively responsible experience in a public health agency. Must possess a valid state drivers’ license.

Ability to professionally communicate with a variety of individuals, groups and agencies, both orally and in writing. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a broad range of individuals, maintain records and prepare reports, use initiative and judgment, work independently.

CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS

Must pass all criminal history check requirements as required by ORS 181.536-181.537 and in accordance with OAR 410-007-0200 through 410-007-0380.

In addition to a pre-employment background check, each employee, volunteer and contractor shall be checked on a monthly basis against the OIG and GSA exclusion lists, as well as other federal and state agency lists. If it is discovered that an employee, volunteer or contractor is excluded or sanctioned it will be the cause for immediate termination of employment, volunteering, or the termination of the contract.

PRE HIRE DRUG SCREEN REQUIRED

PERSONAL AUTO INSURANCE

Must hold a valid driver’s license as well as personal auto insurance for privately owned Vehicles utilized for CCS business such as client service purposes, travel between business offices and the community, to attend required meetings and trainings.

Must show proof of $300,000 or more liability coverage for bodily injury, $100,000 or more in property damage and maintain said level of coverage for the duration of employment at CCS.

The employee’s insurance is primary with CCS insurance being secondary. CCS reserves the right to deny any employee the use of a vehicle owned by CCS.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

While performing the essential duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use office automation including computer and phone systems that require find manipulation, grasping, typing and reaching.

The employee is also regularly required to sit in office and while driving long distances; talk and hear; use hands and fingers and handle or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms; stoop; kneel and/or squat when adjusting equipment or retrieving supplies.

The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, peripheral vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Position involves both inside and outside work conditions. Possible exposure to potentially hazardous work areas, and to personal physical danger while conducting on-site review and investigation. Some assignments may also involve frequent exposure to dirty and unsanitary conditions. Frequent mobility required including lifting, bending, kneeling and reaching and maneuvering on uneven terrain. Normal hearing and visual acuity required and ability to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Ability to lift 30 pounds.

*The above lists covers the most significant duties performed but does not include other occasional work, they inclusion of which would be in conformity with the factor degrees assigned to this job.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Position requires significant travel throughout the counties. Exposure to adverse weather conditions including extreme heat, cold or precipitation. Potential exposure to bacteria and pathogens.

Community Counseling Solutions

IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MEMBER OF NATIONAL HEALTH SERVICES CORPORATION